Traditional Milky Borek

Ingredients

• 3 fresh phyllo sheets
• 1 cup melted butterInstead: olive oil
• 1 cup crushed walnuts
• 3 cups milkInstead: oat milk
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 packet vanilla
• 1 tsp cinnamon

Calories are an editor’s estimate per serving, not a lab measurement.

Method

1. 1

   Grease the baking tray and lay the first phyllo sheet with edges hanging over.

2. 2

   Brush with melted butter and sprinkle the walnut-cinnamon mixture.

3. 3

   Place the remaining phyllo sheets by bunching them up and brush each layer.

4. 4

   Slice the borek and bake in a preheated 180°C oven until golden brown.

5. 5

   Whisk milk, sugar, and vanilla in a bowl, then pour over the hot borek.

6. 6

   Let it rest until the syrup is absorbed before serving.

Note. Ensure the borek is hot and the milk mixture is at room temperature for the best texture.